In a move that combines electric vehicles (EVs) with philanthropy, General Motors (GM) has announced that the first retail production 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ, VIN 001, will be auctioned off at the Barrett-Jackson 2024 Scottsdale Fall Auction. 

According to GM, this event is scheduled for October 10 to 13 at WestWorld of Scottsdale and offers collectors a unique opportunity to own a piece of automotive history while supporting a worthy cause.

Craig Jackson, chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson, expressed enthusiasm about the auction stating, “We’re honored that Cadillac is bringing the sale of their first retail production Escalade IQ to Barrett-Jackson. This is a tremendous opportunity for someone to own an incredible piece of automotive history.”

What makes this auction particularly noteworthy is its charitable aspect. 100% of the hammer price will benefit the Detroit Children’s Fund, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing quality education for Detroit’s children. This aligns with Barrett-Jackson’s commitment to philanthropy, having raised over $155 million for charitable causes in the past 53 years.

The 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ arrives with notable features, starting with an estimated 460-mile range on a single charge. It is equipped with a dual-motor all-wheel-drive (AWD) system that delivers 750 horsepower and 785 lb-ft of torque, enabling acceleration from 0 to 60 mph in less than 5 seconds. 

The 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ includes a 200-plus-kWh battery pack with an 800-volt electrical architecture, and it can add 100 miles of range in just 10 minutes using a 350-kW DC fast charger. Additional highlights include bidirectional charging capability, up to 8,000 lbs of towing capacity, and a four-wheel independent suspension with air suspension and adaptive dampers. The rear-wheel steering system features Cadillac’s Arrival Mode, enhancing maneuverability.

For the interior, the Escalade IQ offers a curved 55-inch total diagonal pillar-to-pillar display and an optional 40-speaker AKG Studio Reference audio system. The Executive Second Row package provides 14-way power-adjustable, heated, ventilated, and massaging seats, while a panoramic fixed-glass roof and an available power open-and-close exterior door entry system add to the luxury experience.

GM President Mark Reuss highlighted the significance of the Escalade IQ, stating, “The 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ redefines what a luxury SUV can be. It brings iconic design, the utmost craftsmanship and the latest technology.”

As for pricing, the 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ starts at $129,095, including a $1,395 destination charge. Production is set to start in 2024 at GM’s Factory Zero.

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As the Escalade IQ represents a new step for Cadillac and the luxury SUV segment, the auction of VIN 001 not only offers a chance to own an EV that will be a part of automotive history but also contributes to a worthy cause.

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